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Who we are

The Foundation of Healthcare Technologies Society

The Foundation of Healthcare Technologies Society (FHTS) is a nationally registered non-profit organization established in 2012 with a mission to improve the health and well-being of all. We work at the intersection of research, education, technology and community engagement to create solutions that improve population health outcomes across diverse settings.

In recognition of our contributions, the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR), Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India, has certified us as a Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (SIRO).

We are also registered and recognized under:

  • DARPAN (DL/2019/02357454)
  • Section 12A (Reg. No. AAAAF2091FE202065)
  • Section 80G (5) (Reg. No. AAAAF2091FF20206)

What we do

We operate at the intersection of research, education, technology and community engagement to improve population health across diverse settings.

Community-engaged research

Co-designed studies, local partnerships, and ethically driven field research focused on public health outcomes.

Education & experiential learning

Skill-oriented programs that prepare students and professionals for real-world public health challenges.

Technology-enabled innovation

Digital interventions and platforms that scale screening, monitoring and health education.

Community-based programs

Local initiatives targeted at prevention, nutrition, and chronic disease management.

Policy & advocacy

Translating evidence into policy recommendations and public engagement campaigns.

Capacity building

Training programs and partnerships to expand the reach and skills of the health workforce.

Our Values

Integrity, responsibility, transparency and equity guide everything we do.

Integrity & Responsibility

We act through the lens of integrity, responsibility, transparency and hold ourselves accountable to the communities we serve.

Equitable Access

We celebrate providing equitable opportunities to all, and are a respectful, diverse, and inclusive community.

Collaboration & Knowledge

We believe that collective knowledge and collaboration across various institutes and sectors create a greater impact on society.

Sustainability

We prioritise affordable, scalable and environmentally conscious solutions for communities.

Our Mission & Vision

Our Mission

Generate new knowledge to promote and sustain good health and well-being for all through community engaged research, excellence in education, and commitment to public service guided by data and, evidence informed policy and practices.

Our Vision

Translate public health education into meaningful community impact for overall good health and well-being of all.

Achievements

SWASTHYA PAHAL

Designed, developed, and implemented one of the first multi-lingual digital health interventions, screening over 19,000 individuals across diverse communities for chronic NCDs such as Diabetes, Hypertension, and Obesity.

V-INSPIRE Public Health

India’s largest experiential learning program in public health, training 1200+ students in research and practice.

Community of Population Health Informatics Forum

India’s first population health informatics discussion forum with nearly 1,000+ members contributing actively.

PhD Program in Population Health Informatics

First global PhD program in collaboration with DIT University, Uttarakhand.

Physician & Nursing Researcher Program

India’s first 5-year program for undergraduate medical and nursing students in collaboration with Panimalar Medical College.

SMAART RAPID TRACKER

India’s first COVID-19 tracker addressing the burden of COVID-19.

HEAL Intervention

SMS-based multilingual nutrition program supporting over 5,000+ individuals towards healthier eating.

SHINE Platform

Introduced the field of Nutrition Informatics in India and developed the first Nutrition Informatics platform.

Health & Nutrition Informatics Training

Developed India’s first training program in Health and Nutrition Informatics.

IDEAS-CRG

Developed India’s first network of collaborative researchers.

Student Well‑Being Platform

Designed and developed a digital platform for Enhancing Student Well-Being.

Public Health Education in High Schools

Launch of Public Health in Action curriculum and establishment of Public Health Clubs in Kolhapur, Maharashtra.